1. Induction UL & HR Division Overview 4 September 2012

2. 2 Mission “To be a distinctive, pioneering and connected university that shapes the future through educating and empowering people to meet the real challenges of tomorrow”

3. 3 Strategic Plan 2011–15 Goal 1 Provide an outstanding and distinctive experience for our students Goal 2 Further enhance our research profile Goal 3 Sharpen our international focus Goal 4 Be renowned for of our contribution to the economic, educational, social and cultural life of Ireland/Shannon region

4. 4 The University of Limerick Established in 1972 (NIHE). Awarded University status in 1989. 11,000 Students & 1,400 staff. Situated on 133 hectares.

5. 5 Staff Numbers Academic 498 Support 516 Research414 Total 1428

6. 6 The University Governance The University of Limerick - The Universities Act 1997. Overall authority- Governing Authority of UL. The Governing Authority - 35 member body

7. 7 Executive Committee President - Professor Don Barry VPA&R - Professor Paul McCutcheon Executive Deans Vice President Research – Dr Mary Shire Director, Finance – Mr John Field Director, Human Resources – Mr Tommy Foy

8. 8 Faculty Structure Education & Health Sciences Dean – Professor Mary O’Sullivan Arts, Humanities & Social Sciences Dean – Professor Tom Lodge Science & Engineering Dean – Professor Kieran Hodnett Kemmy Business School Dean – Dr Philip O’Regan

9. 9 HR Mission To contribute to the achievement of the University’s mission through progressive policies and customer focused services which ensure that staff are enabled to achieve their full potential and enhance the performance of the organisation

10. Human Resources Division

11. 11 HR Objectives Ensure effective recruitment policies, planning and practices Foster a culture of lifelong learning Promote an organisational culture in which people are valued and motivated. Recognise the diversity of our staff Promote equality of opportunity

12. 12  Recruitment  Compensation and Benefits  Employee Relations  Training and Development  Pensions  Human Resources Information System  Research  Health & Safety HR Division Services

13. HR Policies & Procedures http://www.ul.ie/hr/hr-policies-procedures-and-forms-z